Section 6400 Of Article 1. General Provisions From California Fish And Game Code >> Division 6. >> Part 1. >> Chapter 5. >> Article 1.

. It is unlawful to place, plant, or cause to be placed or planted, in any of the waters of this State, any live fish, any fresh or salt water animal, or any aquatic plant, whether taken without or within the State, without first submitting it for inspection to, and securing the written permission of, the department.